MERREM
PFIZER CANADA INC
This is a national manufacturer shortage report. It does not confirm whether the product is unavailable at your local pharmacy — call ahead or ask your pharmacist.
Quick answers
Is MERREM discontinued in Canada?
Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that MERREM 1G has been permanently discontinued (last updated August 29, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.
Why is MERREM not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.
Other Products Containing the Same Active Ingredient
These are other Health Canada-approved human drug products containing the same active ingredient, not currently reported in shortage. Strength, dosage form, and route can still differ — ask your pharmacist whether any of these are appropriate for you. This isn't a guarantee of current stock.
Closest Matches
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MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION SDZ
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MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION USP AND SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION USP
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STERIMAX INC
MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION, USP
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What this means
Does this mean I need to switch medications right away?
Not necessarily right away, but this product will not be returning to the market.
What should I do?
Talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your options well before your current supply runs out.
DIN
02218496
Strength
1G
Dosage Form
POWDER FOR SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
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